The OP simply has no idea what the Autoreg is. People are here shouting 419, we are all shouting "what is government doing?", NOW, there is a scheme that will BLOCK anyone registering a car without a proper transaction AND also BLOCK any dealer passing off a registerd car without proper acknowledgement and transaction proof and someone is here asking "419 or what?"

@Elms
You are taking it the wrong way; Its not like a customs official will send you the permit online, you have to go there in person - thats what I am saying AND by wasting time online, what I am refering to is the urgency you have pointed out in your post and your "still waiting" posts.

There is no dealer that has such permits for up to 30 days, usually you park your car in Igolo and take a cab into town, so like I said, you can wait for as long as you want online OR simply drive to the Customs place and get something real. This is my point; maybe it will be clearer now.

@Bruv
The whole concept was designed by some students and it won the design. According to the guys, they got the interior idea from a helicopter (especially the seats) - I just like the build of the exterior - Its designed to be rugged - Not even for just the materials BUT simple things like the ground clearance, the front and back angles referencing the road as a platform, accessibility to the engine and other parts for repairs and fixes from under the vehicle.

Its a ride to own. Just wondering what the price tag on the Hummer and the Range Rover will be like.

@OP
Go to customs office in Ikeja and ask them, the other option is to drive to Idi-Iroko (border) - to get the permit you will need (usually specified in days) BUT its better you to the Ikeja Customs place and present your papers, assignment and requests - It gets easier that way than wasting time online.

Nice, space-like interior too

@Bruv
Thats a very sweet ride. Hummer is up to the same remodification with this:

money2ride:

The Autoreg introduced and being used by Lagos State government (which other states are copying now) continues billing you after expiration even while the vehicle is unused. I even learnt you would be billed for the years in which you obtained your vehicle licence from other states once you return for the Autoreg in Lagos. Is this normal thought a vehicle licence should be for a period the vehicle is in use. The Autoreg should not add up the years and period of unuse.

I thought it was a remedy to the One month shortage being experienced in the former manual method.

What do you think Nairalanders?

@OP
You need to be well researched and literate before posting stuff that will make you sound very silly.

For people who own vehicles; the Autoreg system collects information of the vehicle and even down to the original owners' picture into a central database, that safeguards people against a vehicle being registered to more than one person. With this database, all reports of ownership changing are duely updated and backed with proof of purchase.

IF a vehicle has been parkedfor three years, the renewal fees for those years will be paid and the records updated (what we are talking about here is like N1,500 per year - when renewing after a few).

You might want to do yourself a favour by walking into a bank or a road safety office and get some education on the subject before posting trash. And by the way, with the former "manual" method, you could register the same car in every local government in a state using different names with different plate numbers - Which IS the real 419

@OP
5W-30 has the best recommendation for all temperatures for your vehicle's model.

Siena:

From one extreme to another. . . a three-wheeled Bajaj>---------> a Volkswagen Transporter. 

Why not Google, or do a search in your immediate area, to give you some ideas as to cost? 

Looks like OP is really considering going into the transport business. Anyways, the Bajaj (or Boxer) is about 95k right now and the Keke Napep is about 350k (I hear the new version is more expensive though). You can check nairaland for the VW transporter - you might specify if you want a Toks, New or registered; that way, dealers in the house can help you out.

Its a very okay place and there are a few restrictions in the area for security reasons; with constant Police patrol too. Just call and have the inspection/interview arranged. I personally will be involved in knowing who the tenants are.

Another thing is that those things are marked out in multiples and the OP might not actually interprete the exacts BUT we get the picture.

@Thonerow
Actually, he might have traced the leakage to be from the steering box and he also has a point with the gear sitting (considering it happens when you hit a bump or run into a ditch). I reason with him quite well.

Amareal:

You can go for Infinity fx 35 i think is better.

Im with that

There are a bunch of things that can cause this BUT I think you need to start from the easiest part -

1. Checking the spark plugs and the plug wires
2. Mass Airflow system/filter/sensor (The big black hose connecting a box to the engine top)
3. Fuel system check is recommended - pump, hoses/pipes and filter
4. Throttle body cleanup
5. Just in case these dont solve it, then you might need to advance to the idle control sensor and throttle position sensor.

You could hook it up to a diag. machine after steps 1 and 2 though. EEL is there to help by coming to your location (Thats IF you dont have one)

@Oblo
Just one more thing - Try checking through your exhaust system thoroughly for leakages (holes); pipes, pot, especially the gaskets at the joints, they actually have a direct effect on the fuel consumption.

Cheers

Its the correct number, you must have dialed it wrong. By the way, I do not have to be the one to pick. Whoever picks it will arrange inspection and interview with you.

EEL:

KINDLY DISREGARD ANY FURTHER POST FROM CARBUY.

Thanks ONWAN, Thanks SIENNA.

Understood.

Siena:

^^^ I understand exactly how you feel, Onwan. I've queried EEL / ESEL / CARBUY regarding this in another thread, where EEL as CARBUY was making an enquiry from himself, regarding diagnosing a fleet of cars. His explanation made very little sense then, and even less the more I read it.

Here's the thread - have a read, and see if you can make head or tail of it - I couldn't!

https://www.nairaland.com/nigeria?topic=457559.msg6240456#msg6240456

I think you're best off sourcing what you want elsewhere, and getting Kunle or someone else to complete your purchase. With this EEL guy, too many unanswered questions and variables.

Its really a very big shame. At times I wonder what happened to simplicity in business. This forum and the internet gives people the opportunity to reach far and wide for value, and anyone can use the opportunity to provide services such as this automobile equipment, BUT for some reason, some people have either NO business sense OR cant just keep it straight.

First of all, "ESEL" is the auto-diag guy (which simply is a good service, as it apprears he has a diag machine - very cool and ok - I commend the initiative), secondly he asked me for my email address on a thread days back - which I gave him, then another username appeared on my yahoo chat "EEL", NOW, Im talking to "CARBUY" about an Autoboss and "EEL" sends me an email with a quote with a price that is a fair price for an original brand new.

Now, we are looking at a guy who has started an auto-diagnostics business and probably has provided services to people here on nairaland, so why bring up two more IDs for the same line of business. Why I wont call him a fraud is that all those posts and threads have the phone number 08055673680 running through them - which is his contact for his already existing diagnosis service - BUT he needs to learn to keep things straight.

EEL/ESEL/CARBUY, please narrow things out and get it straight, its easier that way, than make things look very funny.

EEL:

@ ONWAN: Please check you mail

Except Im missing out something here;

The OP is "CARBUY", then "EEL" tells me to check my email, and I actually got an email from someone else. Now its looking like CARBUY = EEL = ESE[/b]L ? wtf

[b]Its easier for me to find one on ebay and have someone like Kunle-A source and send down to me, than waste my time first of all trying to figure out who is who, and then start bargaining with who?, and then paying to who?

Why the multiple usernames on the same thread? You know, it gets easier when you play straight THAN make things look very funny.

I cant do any business with you.

freshmoney:

Onwan,thanks a lot for your input. I love the fx to the bone. But someone told me I am likely to see one for 6 million. I am looking at other expenses too( family responsibilities). But I have a good reason to get this ride

How is your family? I know, perhaps, someday, we will meet and have fun together. Me I like girls oooo . Have a great day!

@Freshmoney
IF you are buying locally, there is a guy I am sure will get you the lowest possible price of that high-end vehicle - Dantitiki. He is a hard working guy and when it comes to getting those kind of cars/trucks locally at a blow-away deal price, then he is your man.

Family is doing very ok, thanks. Im sure you and yours are enjoying the naija breeze/rain .

freshmoney:

Onwan nice to hear from you. the pathfinder has proven the best car so far, I gave it to my wife though. Planning to lift 09 X6 By the month-end. Got a bargain for 8mil at cotonou, think its ok, what u think? However, though,due to technical problems related with Bmws, I may settle for '10 infiniti Fx50. How'z life?

@Freshmoney
You seem to be tied to Nissan/Infiniti vehicles - one thing about them though; you can take them for granted, especially the Pathfinder. The BMW X6 is not practical in my own view, the X5 is a better option. The 2010 FX is an amazing ride too - Its in a world of its own. Im doing very well, thanks.

For the Cotonou price, I think you can beat it just a bit lower IF you are ready with cash and you meet those lebanese sellers themselves - Make sure you handle the negotiation yourself - Usually with a deposit of 2M (for that budget) they will know you are serious and ready to buy, at that point you can tell them you will pay 7Mill. Usually the 8Mill is "to discuss" - BUT even at 8Mill, its a very good deal.

thonerow:

Guys i know it's not proper to bring dis up in som1 else's post but i realy need help wit my 04 EOD, WENEVA MY AC IS ON IN TRAFFIC OR I BUMP INTO A DITCH MY AUTO GEAR JUST DISENGAGES & I'L NEED TO SWITCH OFF & ON THE CAR FOR IT TO WORK, MY STEERIN OIL IS LEAKIN THOUGH COULD IT BE DAT?

From what you posted, there are two different problems you are having; the leakage from the power steering system (which could be a simple hose issueor a the pump) [b]AND [/b]the gear problem (which from what Im seeing is a common problem with the Honda).

I know someone who can look into your power steering problem and in the same workshop, they can get your gear looked into or serviced.

Fhemmmy:

Have any idea the cost?

Right now in Ikorodu, a good mini-flat is between 120k and 150k per year letting

ikuoma4rea:

l have an offer for V6 Toyota camry 2000 model.do u think i should take it or rather go for a V4.a bit confused here.

None of the above.

Take a V8 and you will love the feel  (Im not sure they have that for your Camry/model). BUT for your instance, the V6 was the right choice. 4 has always been below average in performance.

oblo:

Phew!!! But u sef check am now?,,,,,30litres no too much? I for just kuku fuel my Vbug 1500series take waka the waka !!!!

I hear you sha. Just check for leaks and service the moto. But e be like say DIY dey catch you for body ,

There is something a guy advertised on nairaland.com for fuel saving, I read online and users actually talked about 25% - 27% improvement in gas mileage (even for a big guzzler like the Hummer H2). I think you should give it a go.

Just joking, BUT really, your car is ok.

oblo:

@Oblo

Your car is ok. I know you alway like doing all kinds of upgrades to it.

With the kind of things you keep trying to do with this your German machine, its clear to me that the only time you will appreciate your car is when you damage it completely .

People have very very serious problems like knocked out engines, bad fuel supply, vibration, etc - BUT you, your car runs and drives very well, you are either thinking of doing some injector "implant" or some catalytic "botox" on it. The truth is that Im not sure you can find a perfect car.

texazzpete:

There's a phone number in this ad. Did no one think of calling this fellow to set him up?
I'm beginning to see Onwan's point and perhaps I owe him an apology. The alleged victims themselves are not acting like people who lost any money at all.
If I was in their shoes, his nuts would be hanging on my wall as I type this.

@Texazzpete
Im glad you are seeing my point in the whole thing (that does not mean you have to agree with my idea) - My own put-off was that at a point, it appeared as if one of the "victims" Rawe45 (who appeared as soon as beecrofty disappeared) felt the whole world was struggling to impress him by helping him (like I said, its my view) and I started thinking - This is a virtual transaction, all electronic (phone, email, etc), nothing physical, no agreement, no signing anywhere (which should at least have been witnesses by a Police officer OR someone worth the amount you are dropping).

Then it ocurred to me that someone who would shell out close to 2M without anything physical, has/had not informed the authorities prior, might not need my help in tracking whatever became of the transaction, ALSO IF I was to do that kind of transaction ( without have anyone I can hold _{or smoke} when its getting funny) then Im probably too big to think about it when its going badly.

Even craigslist.org, autotrader, ebay, etc, they all have fraud alerts - meaning its all online, so you should get a substantial proof and reference of the existence of the party (ies) involved and of the goods/service in question.

So the sellers are online (virtual, like the adverts) - the same way, the buyers are online (virtual); so until there is a physical meet, with assessments from both sides, nothing is real - and anything can happen. The same way I can pay a seller 100% of the cost and he vanishes IS the same way I can pay Kunle-A or Fhemmmy or Inspired or German007 40% of the cost and he brings the car in and I tell him Im broke, or that I must have the car and pay him as and when I can (which is very unfair too)

An example, there was a BMW X5 on craigslist I wanted Kunle-A to help source and ship in; He straight told me there was someone I would go meet physically AT A BANK to sort out payments and stuff. That was OK for me (that might not be the same for someone else).

freshmoney:

omode oshi. Ti mi ba gba e mu, iya e o ni da e mo. Who gave you the right of action to spit on people as you like, you this twit, untaught child _{mo ti tu ile agbon thunder of grammar, and series of tongue-lashing awaiting, Busy body, elenu blade, I am waiting,}


Apparently, Onwan was trying to get everything sorted out between both sides unknown to him that the ptconsult of a guy is a fraud. So Mrs Enu, dont blame this big boy. I blame Onwan that he didnt fulfill his promise to get EFCC involved on this; though, he said when the victim himself wasnt serious, it would be difficult for him to take the whole situation all by himself. Onwan don't mind this Mrs Enu AKA Mrs Mouth. Oya Busybody, come with brutal force, and rain abusive words on me. I have not had enough, stubborn girl

@Freshmoney
How's it been sir!, its been a while now; hope you've bought your Escalade. How's your Nissan school bus

@Fhemmmy
OK, Im sure you'll get one pretty quickly around the Government's Housing Estate

Pennywise:

I am sorry but your premise and deduction is wrong. If you read this thread and you note the sequence of events you cant help but feel the anguish of the victim.
https://www.nairaland.com/nigeria/topic-419077.128.html

Its so painfully sad that one small uni-boy is causing all this brouhaha (if that pix is correct). All I would have loved to do (if I was Bafam) is to seek a chance to spend a few mins alone with him in a 12 by 12 room. In case you are wondering no I am not gay and yes he can keep the money when I am done.

Im sorry Pennywise, I was not referring to the thread you are talking about. I had made my own conclusions on the issue and from what I know, there will be thousands more dealers online (not only on nairaland or even in Nigeria) - some real, some not; Its just up to an intending buyer to learn and make the right evaluation and assessments IF they cannot go to a physical car lot like Berger and buy.

@OP
How much is your Autoboss and which model do you have on ground?

Thanks Fhemmmy; The place is newly built, and the area is very secure with Police patrol teams and local security guards.